William T. Grant Research Grants upcoming deadline

The next deadline to apply for a William T. Grant Research Grant is Jan. 9. We are expecting a new application guide to be released soon. To explore this program, begin at the William T. Grant Foundation Research Grants overview page.

Awards

Research grants about reducing inequality typically range between $100,000 and $600,000 and cover two to three years of support. Research grants about improving the use of research initiative will range between $100,000 and $1,000,000 and cover two to four years of support. For smaller projects, there is a separate funding mechanism, Officers’ Research grants. These awards cover budgets up to $50,000.

Eligibility requirements

  • Research project advances the Foundation’s interests in understanding programs, policies, and practices that reduce inequality or improving the use of research evidence
  • Research project has compelling relevance for programs, policies, and practices affecting youth ages 5-25 in the U.S.
  • Funds primarily support research activities, not intervention or service costs
  • Applicant is employed at a tax-exempt organization

Email the Office of Research and Graduate Education

if you would like to pursue this funding opportunity.